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Environmental Science

  • BSc (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 29/09/2025
  • Undergraduate
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Course summary

Explore the processes which impact the wide range of ecosystems and environments on Earth. You can tailor your degree to suit your interests and focus on specialisms such as climate change, conservation, sustainability and environmental quality and technology.

Become a specialist in this vital international discipline, and lend your expertise to combat the climate crisis.

One of the first degree programmes to be established in the subject, Sheffield remains at the leading edge of environmental science – as you’ll see, when you experience our blend of research-led teaching in the field and in the lab.

From the essentials in geography, earth science and biology, you’ll forge your own path in years two and three. Your study will take you to a range of far-reaching research specialisms such as climate change, conservation, sustainability and environmental quality. You’ll also develop specialist skills including earth observation and geospatial data analysis.

Practical work and field classes are an essential part of the course. Third year students carry out an independent dissertation using the skills and knowledge gained from the first and second year of study. Many students choose to carry out fieldwork and/or lab work - the school has scholarships to help support fieldwork expenses.

With environmental science now a rapidly evolving, in-demand discipline, you’ll find there is no shortage of careers in industry, research, conservation and ecology – to name a few.

Our current courses are accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES) and the Committee of Heads of Environmental Sciences (CHES) until 2026. Accreditation means that our courses are of high quality and provide excellent standards of professional development. Students are eligible to become student members of the IES - the first step toward achieving Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv) status.

Why study this course?

  • We cover field trip costs: To ensure everyone has the chance to carry out fieldwork, all costs for the core residential field classes are met by the school. This includes the costs of travel, accommodation and food during your residential stay.

  • Fully accredited: Both the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES) and the Committee of Heads of Environmental Sciences (CHES) have accredited this course. You'll also be eligible to become student members of the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES) – the first step toward achieving Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv) status.

  • 1st in the Russell Group for academic support and student voice: Our environmental science courses rank first in the Russell Group for academic support and student voice, according to the National Student Survey (NSS) 2024.

  • Student life: Get involved in EnviroSoc, the student society for environmental science students run by environmental science students. You can also join GeogSoc and become part of one of the biggest societies at the University of Sheffield. Over 400 members enjoy socials, spending time in the Peak District, career and academic support, volunteering, sports and more.

This course is not accepting applications for deferred entry.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Main Site

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 29/09/2025

Apply by
29 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
F900
Institution code:
S18
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

University of Sheffield has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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How to apply

Apply by
29 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
F900
Institution code:
S18
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - Not accepted

A level - ABB

including a science subject

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDD

in a relevant subject

Access to HE Diploma - D: 30 credits M: 15 credits

Award of Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject, with 45 credits at Level 3, including 30 at Distinction (to include units in science) and 15 at Merit

Scottish Higher - Not accepted

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DD

+ B in an A Level science subject

Scottish Advanced Higher - B

B in a science subject + AABBB in Scottish Highers

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 33 points

with 5 in a HL science subject

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024) - B

+ AB including a science subject at A Level

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H2, H2, H2, H2, H3, H3

including a science subject

GCSE/National 4/National 5

GCSE Maths grade 4/C

To find out if you're eligible for additional consideration or an alternative offer, visit: ww.sheffield.ac.uk/undergraduate/apply/access-sheffield

Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.

English language requirements

You must demonstrate that your English is good enough for you to successfully complete your course. For this course we require: GCSE English Language at grade 4/C; IELTS grade of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component; or an alternative acceptable English language qualification

English language requirements for undergraduates https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/undergraduate/apply/english-language

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

The entry grades data only represents a proportion of our cohort. We accept a broad range of qualifications on our degrees and we're committed to ensuring all students with the potential to succeed at Sheffield are informed and feel encouraged to apply. If you meet one or more of our Access Sheffield criteria, we may be able to give your application additional consideration when we receive it and when exam results are released.

Learn more on the University of Sheffield website

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£9535Year 1
Northern Ireland£9535Year 1
Scotland£9535Year 1
Wales£9535Year 1
International£26820Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

The annual fee for your course includes a number of items in addition to your tuition. If an item or activity is classed as a compulsory element for your course, it will normally be included in your tuition fee. There are also other costs which you may need to consider. Further guidance can be found here: https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-costs

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